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Back in the Classroom:

Post visit activities could include:
  • Building model eco houses to include some of the features seen on site. 
  • Research on the internet the building techniques; earth bag building, rammed earth, building with cobb, wooden shingle roofs, round wood timber framing, sustainable architecture.
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmuVYU0kdkQ Shows how to make a cobb oven.
  • Make an earth oven back at school. 
  • Learn more about why building green is so importation and what you can do here: https://www.52climateactions.com/build-green-materials/full
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Low Impact Buildings-
​Greener Homes 

Pupils will experiment with eco-friendly building materials that have been used in developing countries or can be applied to projects in school or in the community. Pupils work with clay and sand (Cobb), with earth bags and rammed earth. They will understand how an earth oven is built, how an earth bag arch can be made to carry their weight and how to create an earthen wall using only compaction.

They may also weave willow into a mini fence, or use miniature wooden shingle to lay on a model roof to see how to make it water proof.

With potential applications explained this is a chance to get really hands on and get a feel for the materials. Pupil’s will learn that they can handle materials effectively, working in groups and gain knowledge of simple eco-building processes.

A design activity can be included to link the tour with the hands on activity and help to focus ideas for sustainable community buildings.

Age Groups

Ideal for years 5 and 6 but year 4 can also enjoy the activities as part of a school eco topic. Allow 1.5 – 2 hours.

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Eco house model made by pupils from Liphook Primary  School.

Curriculum Links:
  • Human and Physical Geography KS2 - Types of settlement and land use, economic activity including trade links, and the distribution of natural resources including energy, food, minerals and water.
  • Design and Technology KS2 - Investigate and analyse a range of existing products.
  • Design and Technology KS2 - Use research and develop design criteria to inform the design of innovative, functional, appealing products that are fit for purpose, aimed at particular individuals or groups.
  • Design and Technology KS2 - Apply their understanding of how to strengthen, stiffen and reinforce more complex structures.
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Earthworks Trust & Earthworks Foundation

​The Sustainability Centre is owned and operated by ​The Earthworks Trust (Charity No.1079866).
Our trading company is Earthworks Foundation. All profits go to support our charity The Earthworks Trust.

SITE VISITORS

Please be aware that our 55 acre site is privately owned. Customers and clients are welcomed at their own risk. All visitors are reminded that this is a countryside site and all tracks, paths and car parks are informal, uneven and may not all be suitable for people with mobility issues.
As we are located in the South Downs National Park dark skies zone, there is no lighting on site after dark.
We advise sturdy, appropriate footwear at all times and use of a torch at night.


​Charity Number ​​ 1079866

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The Sustainability Centre 
​Droxford Road,
East Meon, Hants
​GU32 1HR
01730 823166

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01730 823166
​info@sustainability-centre.org

South Downs Eco Lodge & Camp Site

South Downs Eco Lodge
​The Sustainability Centre 
​Droxford Road,
East Meon, Hants
​GU32 1HR
01730 823549
​​accommodation@sustainability-centre.org

Cafe

01730 823755
infobeechcafe@gmail.com  

Burials

​01730 823425
​burials@sustainability-centre.org

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​01730 823166
​education@sustainability-centre.org

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    • Adult Courses >
      • Craft and Upcycling Courses >
        • Fabric Baskets Course
        • Felted Robin Workshop
        • Natural Cleaning Workshop
        • Natural Cosmetics Workshop
      • Wood Craft Courses >
        • Advanced Knife Skills
        • Gate Hurdle Making Course
        • Pendant Carving Course
        • Spoon Carving Course
        • Stool Carving Course
        • Trug Making Course
      • Willow Craft Courses >
        • Living Willow Tree Course
        • Willow Festive Decorations Course
        • Willow Frame Basket Course
        • Willow Garden Sculpture
        • Willow Obelisks Course
        • Willow Weaving Weekend
      • Food and Gardening Courses >
        • Clay Oven Building Course
        • Kitchen Gardening Course
      • Forest School Training >
        • Climbing Frames, Ropes & Ladders with Jon Cree
        • Forest School Leader Training
        • Forest School Taster Day
        • Supporting Children through Anxiety and Trauma with Jon Cree
      • Health & Wellbeing Courses >
        • Medicinal Herb Workshops
        • Mental Health First Aid Course
        • Youth Mental Health First Aid Course
      • Nature Connection and Folklore Courses >
        • Art, Sound and Meditation Course
        • Foraging, Fire and Folklore
        • Nature Led Meditation
        • Unwind in the Woods
      • Permaculture Courses >
        • Intro to Permaculture Design Course
      • Sustainable Land Management Courses >
        • Coppicing Course
        • Hedgelaying Course
        • Wildflower Meadows Course
        • Woodland Management
    • Online Experiences
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Discounts and Benefits
    • Courses Waiting List
    • Contact the Courses Team
    • Courses Terms and Conditions
    • Courses Covid Information
  • Accommodation
    • Bed & Breakfast
    • Eco Hostel
    • Yurts
    • Camping
    • Large Groups
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Things to Do >
      • Walking and Cycling Breaks
    • Booking Enquiries
    • Accommodation Terms and Conditions
    • Accommodation COVID Information
  • Children's Activities
    • Wood Mouse Forest School
    • Family Holiday Activities >
      • Family Day Time Activities
      • Family Overnight Adventures
      • Advanced Wilderness Skills
  • Schools
    • Our Education Ethos
    • Earth Protectors Conference
    • Day Trips
    • Residentials
    • Farm Tours
    • Saxon Experience
    • Forest School
    • Alternative Education >
      • Young Natural Ambassadors
    • We Can Come to Your School
    • Colleges and Universities
    • Training for Teachers
    • Meet the Team
    • Useful Information & Booking Forms
    • Contact the Education Team
  • Burial Site
    • South Downs Natural Burial Site
    • Funeral Charges
    • Information Pack
    • Flowers and Planting
    • Attending A Funeral
    • Legacies and Gifts
    • Donations
  • Our Future
    • Ready Steady Grow
    • New Learning Centre
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  • Support Us
    • Cast Off
    • Friends >
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      • Hedgehog Eco Challenge
    • Gifts & Donations
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    • Become a Volunteer
    • Leave a Legacy
    • Thank You to Our Supporters
  • Projects
    • Beekeepers
    • Chalk Grassland
    • Compost Toilet
    • Forest Gardening
    • Herb Garden
    • Permaculture
    • Straw Bale Solar Powered Showers
    • Solar Projects
    • South Downs Eco Lodge
    • Woodland Hall
    • Tree Bog
    • Wetherdown Lodge
    • Yurts
  • Eco Blog
    • Art & Craft
    • Grow Now
    • Health
    • On The Wild Side
    • Meditation
    • Painting as Meditation
    • Weave From The Hedges
    • Young People
  • Shop and Bookings
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Online T Shirt Shop
    • Online Eco Shop
    • Shop At The Centre